Veteran Benefits Lawyer in Connecticut
Members of the military that served during wartime are entitled to benefits from the government. These benefits are intended to provide for many medical services that the veteran may require. However, many veterans do not know about the benefits to which they may be entitled, as the government has not widely disseminated information about the benefits. If you are a veteran or the spouse of a deceased veteran in need of medical care, home care or assisted living and have questions regarding veteran benefits, talk to a lawyer at Ruggiero, Ziogas & Allaire.
From our law office in Bristol, experienced veteran benefits lawyer, Stephen O. Allaire travels and meets with clients throughout Connecticut. We take the time to gather all of the information that is essential to your case and help you understand your veteran benefit rights and eligibility. Contact a lawyer at our firm today to schedule an appointment.
It is important to know that to be eligible for certain veteran benefits, called Aid and Attendance, you must meet a range of qualifications. Our firm has experience helping veterans gain benefits and is well versed in the specific eligibility rules that must be met. We have helped numerous veterans obtain the government benefits that they deserve.
The benefits are distributed based upon the veteran's need for medical services. They may be eligible for up to $1,842 per month to go toward medical care and services and more if they have a dependent.
Benefits for Veterans' Families
In addition to benefits being available to the veteran, the widow or widower of a veteran may also qualify for benefits under the Aid and Attendance program that provides benefits to the veterans. The surviving, non-veteran spouse may be eligible for up to $998 per month to go toward medical care that includes the cost of an assisted living facility, or paying a child for home care services.
To learn more about veteran benefits and how you may be able to qualify, contact an attorney at Ruggiero, Ziogas & Allaire today. We can also assist you in planning for health care by analyzing your pension, IRA, 401K, other assets and income. We represent clients in Hartford and all of the surrounding communities, including Southington, Plainville, Plymouth, Burlington, Farmington, and Cheshire.
